Description
This tuna quinoa bowl is a protein-packed meal featuring flaky tuna, fluffy quinoa, and fresh vegetables, all brought together with a vibrant dressing. It’s perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 (5 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, drained tuna, chopped cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and fresh parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa and tuna mixture.
- Gently toss to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing is evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, or spinach.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried herbs like oregano or dill to the dressing.
- This bowl can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 40mg